Java Developer

Position: Java Developer

Client : Based in Dubai, UAE

Salary : 15-20k AED

We are looking for a highly skilled Java Developer with strong expertise in cloud-native development, DevOps practices, and a solid problem-solving mindset. The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, critical thinking, and follow a Test-Driven Development (TDD) approach to build scalable, reliable, and high-quality systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain applications using Java 17 and Java 21
• Design and implement scalable microservices architecture
• Follow Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices to ensure high code quality
• Solve complex problems using efficient data structures and algorithms
• Deploy and manage applications on Kubernetes (K8s)
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines
• Implement monitoring and alerting using Grafana
• Manage secrets and configurations using HashiCorp Vault
• Work with Microsoft Azure cloud services (AKS, App Services, etc.)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (DevOps, QA, Product)
• Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability of applications
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code

Required Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Java 17 and/or Java 21
• Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and unit testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito)
• Ability to apply critical thinking in system design and development
• Experience with Spring Boot / Spring Cloud
• Strong knowledge of REST APIs and microservices
• Hands-on experience with Docker & Kubernetes (K8s)
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
• Knowledge of Grafana for monitoring and dashboards
• Experience with HashiCorp Vault
• Hands-on experience with Azure Cloud
• Strong understanding of DevOps principles
• Proficiency with Git

Good to Have

• Experience with Kafka / RabbitMQ
• Knowledge of Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)
• Familiarity with Prometheus / OpenTelemetry
• Understanding of distributed systems and system design
• Knowledge of OAuth2, JWT, and security best practices

Soft Skills

• Strong critical thinking and decision-making ability
• Excellent problem-solving mindset
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and in fast-paced environments